Jennifer Didier

Jennifer J. Didier

Assistant Dean, Associate Professor, Department of Kinesiology

Bio

Jennifer J. Didier is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at Sam Houston State University and has taught undergraduate and graduate online and hybrid classes for over five years. She earned her B.S. and M.S. in Kinesiology and Psychology at Texas A&M University, and her Ph.D. in Motor Behavior, Biomechanics and Psychology from Louisiana State University. She was an assistant professor at Southeastern Louisiana University in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Studies for 8 years before accepting her position in 2010 at SHSU. Her research interests include the integration of motor learning concepts in physical education, ACL injury prevention strategies for female athletes, and the psychology of exercise and learning. She also holds volunteer positions as a LIVESTRONG Leader and an assistant coach for the Huntsville High School mountain bike team, and spends her free time year round promoting physical activity and healthy living and chasing a very active young daughter.